Known to millions as a familiar face on the cobbles, Tony Little was never a leading man, nor did he deliver a single scripted line. Yet his presence became part of the fabric of Coronation Street. Affectionately dubbed the 'Old Kebab Guy' by fans, Little's quiet but constant appearances gave Weatherfield its lived-in realism and earned him cult status among viewers.
As tributes pour in following his death at the age of 88, the soap community reflects on the life of a performer who brought warmth, humour and continuity to Britain's longest-running soap. Here is a look back at the man behind the counter, remembered fondly by colleagues and fans alike.
